ATI LPN
ATI PN adult Medical Surgical 2020 with NGN Exam 3 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reviewing laboratory values of a client who has severe dyspnea. Which of the following laboratory values indicates heart failure?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Elevated BNP (275 pg/mL) indicates heart failure, reflecting ventricular overload.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has diabetic neuropathy of the lower extremities and has a new prescription for a heating pad. The prescription reads, 'Apply to the left foot for 20 minutes.' Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Clarifying the prescription ensures safety, as diabetic neuropathy increases burn risk.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reviewing laboratory values of a client who has severe dyspnea. Which of the following laboratory values indicates heart failure?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Elevated BNP (275 pg/mL) indicates heart failure, reflecting ventricular overload.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who is taking oxybutynin. The nurse should tell the client that the medication will have which of the following effects?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Oxybutynin is an antispasmodic used to relax bladder muscles, treating overactive bladder symptoms.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer ceftriaxone using the Z-track technique to a client who has gonorrhea. After the nurse performs hand hygiene and reconstitutes the medication, what is the correct sequence the nurse should use to administer the medication?
Correct Answer: C, D, B, E, A
Rationale: The correct sequence for the Z-track technique is: cleanse the site (
C), pull the skin laterally (
D), insert the needle (
B), aspirate and inject (E), then remove the needle and release the tissue (
A).